Microsoft has set a firm end-of-support date for Windows 10—October 14, 2025—and the flurry of "30 days" headlines that followed this announcement compresses a complex, staged retirement into a single-sentence alarm that obscures exactly what will and won't change for users and IT teams...
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Microsoft’s decision to end mainstream support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025 has moved from a calendar note to a tangible operational crisis for business process outsourcing (BPO) firms — a sector that depends on large, stable PC estates, predictable application stacks and strict compliance...
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Microsoft has issued a clear reminder that Microsoft Access 2016 and Access 2019 — like many Office-era products — will reach official end of support on October 14, 2025, meaning security updates, bug fixes, and technical assistance stop on that date and users who remain on these versions will...
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ChatGPT users around the world woke up to blank responses and error messages on September 2–3, 2025, as OpenAI’s flagship chatbot experienced a partial outage that left thousands frustrated and underlined the operational risks of relying on a single AI provider for critical workflows...
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ChatGPT users around the world woke up to error messages and stalled replies as OpenAI’s flagship chatbot suffered a partial outage that left many unable to view responses in the web interface — an incident that again raises hard questions about reliability, vendor lock-in, and how to architect...
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Microsoft’s Windows 365 lineup has a new tool in the business continuity toolkit: Windows 365 Reserve, a standalone subscription that hands each covered user a short allotment of temporary Cloud PC access to keep work moving when a primary endpoint goes offline. The service—now running in a...
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Do you want a quick summary, a fact-check against Microsoft’s announcement, or a longer article/analysis (I can write a 2,000+ word piece)?
Quick 2‑sentence summary: Neowin reports Microsoft is introducing a “loaner” Cloud PC capability (called Windows 365 Reserve in Microsoft’s announcement)...
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A new era of cyber resilience for Microsoft 365 environments is taking shape as Sophos and Rubrik unveil a pioneering integrated backup and recovery service. This collaboration, crystallized in the launch of Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik, dramatically elevates data protection...
Amid an escalating threat landscape where ransomware strikes have become the new norm for organizations across the globe, CrashPlan is positioning itself at the forefront of cyber resiliency and data protection. The acclaimed backup and cyber resiliency authority is set to showcase its latest...
When it comes to safeguarding organizational data against the ever-evolving threats of hardware failure, ransomware, or human error, Microsoft Azure Backup emerges as a powerhouse cloud-based backup solution tailored to modern business needs. Designed primarily for enterprises already invested...
A seismic shift is underway in the world of enterprise cybersecurity and business continuity as Sophos, in partnership with Rubrik, launches a new Microsoft 365 Backup and Recovery Solution. This innovative release, described as Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik, stands out as...
Cybersecurity in the corporate realm now sits at the top of IT agendas for organizations of all sizes, as email remains the most common vector for threats like phishing, ransomware, and sophisticated malware attachments. Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP) has long held dominance due to...
A seismic shift in enterprise cyber resilience is underway as Rubrik and Sophos unveil a groundbreaking partnership aimed at fortifying Microsoft 365 environments against a rising tide of threats. The newly announced "Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik" integrates Rubrik’s robust...
In an era defined by relentless technological transformation, the challenge for security leadership has never been greater. As artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and intelligent agents take center stage in reshaping business operations, the line between innovation and vulnerability...
A sweeping transformation is underway in how enterprises approach digital continuity and cyber resilience, as Sophos unveils its MDR-optimised Microsoft 365 Backup and Recovery solution powered by Rubrik. In a move hailed by industry leaders as reshaping operational security, the partnership...
In a significant move poised to refocus how organizations manage data protection within Microsoft 365 environments, Sophos and Rubrik have announced a new, integrated backup and recovery solution explicitly tailored for Microsoft 365 users. This strategic partnership leverages Sophos’ expertise...
The convergence of cybersecurity and data protection is undergoing a dramatic shift, as evidenced by the strategic partnership between Sophos and Rubrik. Their newly announced integrated solution—Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery—marks a pivotal moment for organizations relying on Microsoft 365...
In a joint move reshaping cyber resilience for cloud productivity suites, Sophos and Rubrik have unveiled a backup and recovery solution specifically optimized for Managed Detection and Response (MDR) environments running Microsoft 365. This innovative partnership brings Sophos M365 Backup and...
A new era of cyber resilience for Microsoft 365 users is unfolding as Rubrik and Sophos join forces to deliver an integrated backup, recovery, and threat response solution within the Sophos Central platform. Their collaboration arms organizations with the offensive and defensive tools needed to...
In a significant move to bolster cyber resilience for Microsoft 365 users, Rubrik and Sophos have announced a strategic partnership aimed at delivering an integrated backup and recovery solution. This collaboration introduces "Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik," marking the first...